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Art Nouveau Sofa and Armchairs Labelled Jakob & Joseph Kohn
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Beirut, LB
Set of Art Nouveau sofa and two armchair by Jakob e Joseph Kohn, Wien. Bentwood solid walnut with
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Side Chairs
Materials
Bentwood
Art Nouveau Rectangular CherryWood Austrian Sofa Table, 1900
Located in Rome, IT
Art Nouveau sofa table, from the rich and elaborate forms.
Completely veneered in cherrywood, with
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Biedermeier Sofa Tables
Materials
Cherry
Salon Set by Josef Hoffmann, 1910s, Excellent Condition
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Art nouveau sofa set Thonet, J/J Kohn, upholstered in genuine leather, designed by architect Josef
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
ViNTAGE CHESTNUT BROWN LEATHER LIBERTY'S ART NOUVEAU CLUB SOFA CARVED WOOD FRAMe
By Liberty of London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
vintage Chestnut brown leather sofa, made in the Liberty's Art Nouveau style with nicely carved arms
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20th Century English Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 34.06 in W 83.47 in D 46.46 in
Vintage Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Woodard Style Garden Patio Sofa Chair Set 4 Pcs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Art Nouveau Wrought Iron Woodard Style Garden Patio Sofa Chair Set - 4 Pcs. Set can be
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 32 in W 106 in D 30 in
Vintage Art Deco to Art Nouveau Pink Channeled Back Sofa Walnut Arms Frame only
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Art Deco to Art Nouveau pink channeled back sofa with walnut arms, frame only
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Walnut
H 32 in W 80 in D 41 in
20th Century Fabric and Wood Italian Design Cassina Hill House Sofa Art Nouveau
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Mackintosh in his iconic Art Nouveau style. Furniture of excellent size and proportion, original fabric in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 26.38 in W 51.19 in D 31.89 in
Rare Italian Art Nouveau Antique Living Room Set or Salon Suite
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Rare complete Italian Art Nouveau 1900s living room set includes:
1 sofa
2 armchairs
2 chairs
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Beech
Thayer Coggin Sofa Tropical
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Thayer Coggin Art Nouveau Art Deco Style Sofa
Comes with 5 matching
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1990s Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Tomlinson Erwin Lambeth Sofa
By Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Tomlinson Erwin Lambeth Sofa
Approximate Measurements in Inches
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Vintage 1980s Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Cotton
Thayer Coggin Sofas Tropical Pair
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Pair of Thayer Coggin Art Nouveau Art Deco Style Sofas
Each sofa comes
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1990s Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Swedish Designer, Sofa, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and striped beige fabric sofa designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s.
Seat height: 16.5”
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Birch
Moonage Daydream Modular Sofa Grand Natté White Fabric
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Moonage daydream is a modular sofa. The configurations can be made by choosing from four elements
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Metal
1970-1980 Pair of Gilt Bronze Tables with 2 Levels in the Style of Art Nouveau
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of tables in Art Nouveau style in gilded bronze, trays in smoked glass and black opaline
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Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Sofa Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 21.26 in W 20.48 in D 14.57 in
Sculptural Mid Century Italian Sofa Attributed to Maurizio Tempestini
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid century Italian sofa attributed to Maurizio Tempestini. Sculptural wingback silhouette
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Moonage Daydream Modular Sofa Black Timeless Leather and brushed brass
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
Moonage daydream is a modular sofa. The configurations can be made by choosing from four elements
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 24.02 in W 145.67 in D 41.34 in
Anton Rosen Sofa, Denmark, c. 1913 – Designed for Tuborg Headquarters
By Anton Rosen
Located in Valby, 84
hallmark of Danish architectural design, reflects Rosen’s unique blend of Art Nouveau and Danish modernism
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Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 33.86 in W 61.03 in D 25.6 in
Sculptural 2-Seater Sofa in Oak & Wool, Danish "Skønvirke" Style, 1920s
By Jacob Kjaer, Fritz Heningsen
Located in Odense, DK
An exquisite two seater sofa in solid oak and white wool. Crafted by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Wool, Oak
H 31.11 in W 54.34 in D 29.53 in
1902 Antique Sofa Set Kohn No. 717, Designed by Gustav Siegel
By Gustav Siegel, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Praha, CZ
- Kohn catalogue 1902
- Art Nouveau
- completely restored
- bentwood beech solids
- new brown
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Brass
Last 19th Century Sofa & Armchairs Carved Walnut by Testolini Salviati, Venice
By Testolini & Salviati
Located in Vigonza, Padua
They can be sold separately
Performed restorative conservation and remake upholstery
Measure sofa
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Walnut
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H 33.47 in W 58.27 in D 22.45 in
Michael Thonet Sofa Bench NR22
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Chicago, IL
Michael Thonet Sofa Bench Kanapee Sittee NR22 First original form, produced 1889-1890
Cane replaced
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Antique 1880s Austrian Art Nouveau Sectional Sofas
Materials
Mohair, Beech
Swedish Art Nouveau Mahogany Sofa
Located in Astoria, NY
Swedish Art Nouveau Jugendstil style mohair upholstered mahogany sofa, with buttoned back and seat
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Italian art nouveau style 1970s bronze sofa and two armchairs living room set
By Mice di rugiano domenico e c. s.n.c.
Located in Cantù, IT
Italian art nouveau style 1970s bronze sofa and two armchairs living room set
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20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Bronze
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
Reclining Nude On A Couch, Art Nouveau Signed Allan Gilbert American artist
Located in Gavere, BE
"Nude Lying On A Couch, Art Nouveau Signed "Allan Gilbert"
Charles Allan Gilbert (September 3, 1873
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1920s American Realist Nude Paintings
Materials
Oil, Canvas
H 27.17 in W 34.65 in D 3.15 in
Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 1900
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game.
The price includes the 3 armchairs
1 Sofa
2 Armchairs
Material: Wood
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Art Nouveau Daybed in Solid Oak / Lounger Sofa, 1905
Located in Lüdinghausen, DE
Daybed restored Art Nouveau around 1905 solid oak daybed lounger sofa
Features:
Designed like a
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20th Century Art Nouveau Daybeds
Materials
Oak
Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 1900, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game.
The price includes the 3 armchairs
1 Sofa
2 Armchairs
Material: Wood
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Antique French Art Nouveau Maurice Dufrene Barrel Back Chair And Boudoir Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Sofa in a Deep Red Velvet Chenille
This Antique French Art Nouveau lounge chair and boudoir sofa set
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Chenille
H 36.5 in W 88 in D 37 in
Loveseat Sofa Art Nouveau Belle Époque Lacquered and Gilded Carved Walnut
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Awesome loveseat sofa Art Nouveau Belle Époque, in carved walnut lacquered and gilded. We have
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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Loveseats
Materials
Walnut
H 35.44 in W 53.15 in D 33.47 in
Antique Art Nouveau Maurice Dufrene Style Barrel Back Chair And Boudoir Sofa
By Maurice Dufrêne
Located in Chicago, IL
Sofa in a Deep Red Velvet Chenille
This Antique French Art Nouveau lounge chair and boudoir sofa set
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 36.5 in W 88 in D 37 in
Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs, 1890, Attributed William Morris
By William Morris (English)
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game.
1 Sofa
2 Armchairs
4 chairs
Material: Wood, reupholstered with
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Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 16.54 in W 27.17 in D 49.22 in
Unusual Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs, Country, France, 1900
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game.
1 Sofa
2 Armchairs
4 chairs
Material: Wood, reupholstered with
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 40.95 in W 20.87 in D 42.52 in
French Art Nouveau bench, sofa by Louis Majorelle, 1900-1910
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Delft, NL
French Art Nouveau bench, sofa by Louis Majorelle, 1900-1910
A beautiful sofa with a highly
Category
Early 20th Century French Benches
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Art Nouveau Large Armchairs in Walnut
Located in Miami, FL
Incredible Art Nouveau price of 2 Sofa Armchairs
Material: Wood, reupholstered with springs and
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Club Chairs
Materials
Walnut
Unique Kids Sofa Jacob & Josef Kohn, circa 1875
By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Michael Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
. Probably it was intended only for exhibitions and fairs. The sofa is compared to the general production
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Children's Furniture
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Heavy Steel Console Sofa Table
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This is an amazing console constructed of pounded and bent steel and brass. The heavy steel is hand molded to form this unique console trimmed with bulls eye brass and a small brass ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Console Tables
Materials
Steel, Brass
Set of Sofa and Two Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1900s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Praha, CZ
Art Nouveau Thonet sofa and two armchairs, J/J Kohn, upholstered in genuine leather, designed in
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Bentwood
Sofa and Armchairs Labelled Jakob & Joseph Kohn Wien, Josef Hoffmann Style
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Vigonza, Padua
They can be sold separately
1900s leaving room settee, pair armchairs and sofa, Art Nouveau, by
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20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 38.59 in W 45.67 in D 22.45 in
Handmade tete a tete conversation sofa bench inspired by Rennie Mackingtosh
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This unique and one of a kind teet a tete Face to face or vis-a-vis seating arrangement in pearwood is designed by Menno Wieringa, who designed and built unique furniture in the 1970...
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Cotton, Pearwood
H 23.63 in W 63 in D 55.12 in
1970 ' Pair Of End Of Sofa In The Style Of Maison Jansen , Gilt Bronze 50 X 37
By Maison Jansen
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of tables in golden bronze with 2 trays in black glasses , amounts deco vegetal, in the style of Maison Jansen.
Circa 1970. Good condition
Length : 50 cm
Width : 37 cm
Height :...
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Vintage 1960s French Art Nouveau End Tables
Materials
Bronze
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H 18.12 in W 19.69 in D 14.57 in
Art Nouveau Sofa Table
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful satinwood sofa table with figurative inlay, drop leaf ends and center drawer.
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Sofa Tables
Art Nouveau Corner Kitchen Sofa, Painted
Located in Memphis, TN
Corner kitchen sofa, National Romantic style from the late 1800s/early 1900s. Painted wood
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Antique 1890s Swedish Gustavian Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Emile Gallé, French Art Nouveau Table
By Émile Gallé
Located in Paris, FR
Emile Gallé (1846-1904) Panel in the shape of an escutcheon decorated with a marquetry of thistle and the Lorainne cross. Resting on three turned wood legs from a later period.
...
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Early 20th Century French Sofa Tables
Flowered Velvet Sofa Set, Italy 1890
Located in Manzano, Friuli Venezia Giulia
Flowered velvet sofa set, walnut feets, seat straps and springs. Rope details and exposed nails.
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Antique 1890s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Hill House Sofa by Mackintosh for Cassina Limited Edition
By Cassina, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in Carpi, IT
The Hill House furniture, designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, represents an icon of Art Nouveau
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Wood
Continental Sofa, Hand Carved Oak, circa 1920s, Upholstered in Linen
Located in Dallas, TX
Continental sofa, hand carved oak, circa 1920s, freshly upholstered in linen with nailhead detail
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Antique Quality 19th Century Carved French Walnut Sofa Settee Chaise Longue
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique quality, circa 1890 carved walnut sofa, settee or chaise longue.
Rare and attractive
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Walnut
H 42.13 in W 69.3 in D 34.65 in
Small Art Nouveau Baby Furniture, Sofa
Located in Lábatlan, HU
Small Art Nouveau baby furniture, sofa
Size: 41 x 21 x 41 H.
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Vintage 1920s Hungarian Romantic Children's Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Set of English Art Nouveau Armchairs and Sofa in Mahogany, circa 1900
Located in Paris, FR
Very elegant set of two armchairs and one sofa, English, Art Nouveau, circa 1900.
Made of mahogany
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Living Room Sets
Materials
Mahogany
H 37.01 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Swedish Fern Pattern Cast Aluminum Garden Sofa Garden Bench Art Nouveau Style
By Melins Metall Foundry
Located in Drottningholm, SE
Swedish Fern pattern cast aluminum garden sofa garden bench Art Nouveau style.
A very beautiful
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Aluminum
H 33.47 in W 57.09 in D 19.69 in
Art Nouveau Cranbrook Blue Settee Bench Sofa by Eliel Saarinen c. 1983
By Eliel Saarinen, Adelta
Located in Westfield, NJ
Painted solid birch bench designed by Finnish-American architect Eliel Saarinen for the study of his wife Loja at Cranbrook in 1929 and reissued by Adelta Oy circa 1987 in Finland. P...
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Vintage 1980s Finnish Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Birch
Painted White Secession Sofa
Located in Lábatlan, HU
White painted sofa. Sofa was fully and professionally re-upholstered with a white colored faux fur.
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Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Nouveau Canapes
Materials
Faux Fur
Vintage Wrought Iron Sofa Salterini
By Salterini
Located in Cumberland, RI
love seat and chair or 3 person sofa
Upholstered cushions and pillows are included. Original Blueish
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Loveseats
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Flamboyant Art Nouveau Sofa, Ecole de Nancy, France 1910
By Ecole de Nancy
Located in Paris, FR
Rare French Flamboyant Art Nouveau sofa in oak, Ecole de Nancy, circa 1910.
Dimensions:
Width 160
Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Bronze
Flamboyant Art Nouveau Sofa, Ecole de Nancy, France, 1910
By Ecole de Nancy
Located in Paris, FR
Rare French Flamboyant Art Nouveau sofa in oak, Ecole de Nancy, circa 1910.
Dimensions:
Width
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Bronze
Flamboyant Art Nouveau Sofa, Ecole de Nancy, France, 1910
By Ecole de Nancy
Located in Paris, FR
Rare French Flamboyant Art Nouveau sofa in oak, Ecole de Nancy, circa 1910.
Dimensions:
Width
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Bronze
Art Nouveau Sofa, 1890s
Located in Praha, CZ
- In perfect original condition
- Newly upholstery
- Wood is refinishing.
Category
Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Art Deco or Art Nouveau Sofa with Walnut Frame & Trim from Vargas Furn.
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage art deco or art nouveau sofa from Vargas Fine Furniture a long-established high
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 32 in W 84.5 in L 32 in
Italian Gold Gilt and Cream Painted Mid Century Art Nouveau Sofa
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely and elegant Art Nouveau Italian sofa, loveseat or settee painted neutral off white and gold
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Wood
20th Century in Wood and Velvet Italian Art Nouveau Sofa, 1910
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian sofa from 20th century. Art Nouveau furniture in richly carved and ebonized wood of
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Vintage 1910s Italian Art Nouveau Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Wood
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At 1stDibs, there are several options of art nouveau couches available for sale. The range of distinct art nouveau couches — often made from wood, fabric and metal — can elevate any home. Find 291 antique and vintage art nouveau couches at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 74 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of art nouveau couches available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Art nouveau couches bearing Art Nouveau or mid-century modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made art nouveau couches over the years, but those made by Cassina, Le Corbusier and Hommes Studio are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,160, while they’re typically $114 on the low end and $154,850 highest priced.
Questions About Art Nouveau Couches
- What is Art Nouveau jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Art Nouveau jewelry generally featured three main themes: flora, fauna and women. The Art Nouveau movement lasted 15 years and it reached its pinnacle in the year 1900. Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Shop a collection of antique and vintage Art Nouveau jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- Where did Art Nouveau originate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Art Nouveau originated in France and Great Britain, but variants materialized elsewhere. The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature as portrayed in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking and other modes of art and design in the East Asian country. The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own versions. Explore a selection of Art Nouveau furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Art Nouveau was influenced by a few things. The soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese woodblock prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s, were a major source of inspiration. Also, Pre-Raphaelite art and the Arts and Crafts and Rococo styles had an influence on Art Nouveau designers. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
- What is Art Nouveau furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Art Nouveau furniture was a style of furniture that emerged at the end of the 19th century and was characterized by its complex curved lines. The curved details in the furniture were typically carved by hand and finished with lacquer. The unmistakable gloss that is associated with Art Nouveau comes from the thick coat of varnish applied to the furniture as the final step of the production process.
- Why did Art Nouveau end?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Art Nouveau ended primarily due to world events. When World War I broke out in 1914, artistic production was largely halted in order to free up materials for manufacturing equipment for the war effort. By the time the 1919 Treaty of Versailles brought about the end of the war, interest in Art Nouveau had waned. Designers and artists became interested in new forms and styles, such as Art Deco. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture, decorative objects, jewelry and art.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The main difference between Art Nouveau and Art Deco is that the former is detailed and ornate, and the latter is sharp and geometrical. When the movement started at the end of the 19th century, Art Nouveau was heavily influenced by nature and the curved lines of flowers. Art Deco, which became popular in the beginning of the 20th century, was inspired by the geometric abstraction of cubism.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024No one person created the Art Nouveau movement. However, the term debuted in an 1884 article in the L'Art Moderne journal, describing the work of a collective of artists known as Les XX. As a result, some people credit the group and its founding members, James Ensor and Théo van Rysselberghe, as helping to define the movement. However, Art Nouveau was heavily informed by work that came before, including Rococo design, Pre-Raphaelite art, Japanese art and the Arts and Crafts movement. Beyond Les XX, a number of creators helped to propel the movement. Among them were Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle, Émile Gallé, Antoni Gaudí and Tiffany Studios. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass. This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.
- Is stained glass Art Nouveau?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, some stained glass is Art Nouveau. It was during this period that Louis Comfort Tiffany produced his famed stained glass windows and decorative objects. However, the tradition of producing stained glass traces all the way back to the Gothic period. You'll find a selection of stained glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Alphonse Mucha was a Czech painter who is one of the originators of the Art Nouveau style. His style of painting and design rose in popularity in 1895 and he produced many works, including illustrations, posters and jewelry designs. Find a variety of Alphonso Mucha art and prints on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Art Nouveau jewelry, first consider its overall shape and themes. Flora, fauna and female figures were the three main themes in Art Nouveau jewelry. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also popular subjects. Next, examine the materials and techniques. Art Nouveau jewelers distinguished themselves from their predecessors through the use of their unorthodox materials and methods. Prior to the 20th century, artisans working with jewelry prioritized precious metals and diamonds. This was not true for Art Nouveau creators. Enameling is most often associated with Art Nouveau jewelry, specifically plique-à-jour. Known as backless enamel, plique-à-jour allows light to come through the rear of the enamel because there is no metal backing. It creates an effect of translucence and lightness. Art Nouveau jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone, and Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold. If you need more help identifying your jewelry, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Nouveau jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Art Nouveau furniture, first try to locate a maker's mark on the piece. You can then use it to research the maker with the help of information published in trusted online resources. Some makers, such as Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Louis Majorelle and Émile Gallé, are well-known for their Art Nouveau furnishings. If you determine that a maker identified with Art Nouveau produced your piece, it likely reflects the movement's characteristics, especially if it was made during the late 19th or early 20th centuries. You can also look for common features of Art Nouveau furniture, such as sinuous, organic and flowing lines; forms that mimic flowers and plant life; decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals and the use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can aid you with the identification process. Shop a diverse assortment of Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs.